2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Ridgeline | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
